Best Battery Powered Polisher for Car Detailing | Milwaukee VS Dewalt

[@frogmandave1]

More great content Josh. I bought the Dewalt about 2 months ago based on your review and the fact that I already own Dewalt 20v tools and batteries. It is a great tool.

[@derlar777]

Great review and I have had the Dewalt for a couple of years and no longer use any of my other corded polishers. My whole tool inventory is Dewalt and all cordless stuff so I have the big batteries and last a long time or your arm gets sore from holding them for long periods. I wish they made a small version for 3" pads for smaller areas.

[@matthewpeterson3329]

Great review. I wish Milwaukee made an M12 polisher. I know, small batteries means short run time, but I am generally not polishing the entire car... just hitting small scratches. A small tool for fine work would be really nice. Thanks for another great video!

[@Angel_1445]

Milwaukee boy’s for the win ✊ Thanks for the making this comparison video, helped out a lot.

[@MiklaDfar]

These are always tough choices between these two brands. I was a big Dewalt fan but have slowly switched over to Milwaukee, both the M12 and M18 lines. I just like the feel, fit and finish of the Milwaukee tools and, call me crazy, but the batteries just seem to last longer with Milwaukee.

[@loucifer4205]

So you basically support China you do know Milwaukee owned by China 🇨🇳, Fit and finish dewalt is way better

[@DannyFoxall]

Love the polisher holders on the wall. Very clever design.

[@timbotimbo4476]

I have the DeWalt and love it. Very balanced with a 6 amp Flex-volt battery.

[@BySixa]

I'm already invested in the milwaukee line so easy choice for me but realistically both brands are excellent and there's not much between them

[@HaggisMuncher-69-420]

@@BySixa I'd love to have gone Milwaukee but in the UK, they're crazy expensive so would take too long to get the basic power tools needed. Ended up buying into Dewalt 18v XR range and so far I'm really impressed. My son is turning 1 this month and I've started a tradition of buying him a set of hand tools on each of his birthday. This year, I bought him a 1/4" ratchet set from Milwaukee for 140 USD - I guess he's going to be buying into Milwaukee in the future lol

[@sihatch93]

I just bought the Milwaukee 15 mm and i like it alot. I live in Hawaii so Home Depot never had the full kit so i had to buy the polisher and battery/charger separate so it actually cost more.

[@The1Music2MyEars]

Hey bro! Hope Hawaii is treating you right. Hope you have good weather.

[@garrett6743]

Which batteries did you go with

[@sihatch93]

@@The1Music2MyEars weather is been great always sunny and a lil bit of rain usually at night time

[@sihatch93]

@@garrett6743 i just got the 5ah battery with the charger. I ordered another 5ah battery online. You need at least 2 batteries to do a 2 step correction on a car.

[@218Kasper]

Since I am a Milwaukee fan and already have batteries and chargers this was a no brainer. On a XC 5.0 amp battery you can definitely polish a whole SUV with some juice left over..

[@gzhen123]

How long does one 5.0 battery last you?

[@Oscar-nq3hr]

I’ve been waiting for this!! I always use your reviews for my final purchase discussion thank you

[@sterlingjones4108]

Helped me decide, if I don’t go Rupes, I will go Milwaukee

[@garycaruso4883]

Both are 5cell li-ion battery, the difference between a 18v and a 20v system is the marketing department.

[@harisyoung4110]

They all max at 21v on full charge.. 4.2v X 5cell = 21v..

[@meme5887]

20v batteries are actually 18volt.

[@blackjackfabrication4043]

I think m18 has a patent on 18v tools and everybody has to pay them if they want to use the 18v badging. That’s why they say 20v when really they are both the same.

[@loucifer4205]

It's not marketing if you voltage tester on these batteries you'll see both brands will be 20.6 v I have some that are over 21v and under load depending on the tool it can be as low as 15v to 20v how come no one says anything about the 12v tools under load they're supposed to be 10.8v but no one says that's marketing it's amazing how dumb people are

[@reaperreaper5098]

@@blackjackfabrication4043 That's not why. DeWalt markets the 20V Max line as 20V to avoid confusion with the older 18V line that used the old pistol style batteries. Milwaukee's patent on 18V nominal/20V Max batteries deal with power delivery, any company that makes a 18V battery that delivers over 20 amps owes Milwaukee.

[@toolsdealsautomobiles6980]

Dewalt is 18 volt as well. They sell it as 20 volt in the US but after a huge lawsuit they have to put 18 volt on dewalt in Europe 🤟 great review

[@imjoshv]

Interesting! Makes sense since the both seemed to have similar power

[@salami99]

both the same manufacturer, I use a adapter from Milwaukkee to Dewalt on their tools fine.

[@fleekauto161]

Milwaukee guy but been using dewalt corded buffers for my whole career

[@jamiesdetailing]

Excited for the 15th. I'm 4 weeks into starting my business so I'm anxious to see what the class is all about 🙌🏽

[@theunkownmr.562]

I wonder how these two polishers stack up to the NEW Rupes ibrid 15mm polisher.

[@JoseGomez-zg3tm]

Thanks for the the videos now I get to choose the right equipment

[@legacydentco]

Milwaukee is my go-to. Only prayed for it for years. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@mickeyduvel]

The circular motion within the circular motion is called random orbital... 😉

[@davestewart9146]

This would be a hard decision since I don’t have batteries for either one, thanks Josh 👍😁

[@imjoshv]

Yea you can’t go wrong with either!!

[@mikezupancic2182]

Having grabbed the new Rupes, if I don't have any milwaukee or Dewaly batteries I'm buying the Rupes over the kits from these two companies. It's only a couple hundred more. That said the current milwaukee free battery promotion makes it a really difficult choice. (I bought the milwaukee but would upgrade in a heartbeat)

[@detailersgarage]

Great video as always ! I love the Milwaukee. Great , powerful tool with strong rotation.

[@imjoshv]

I’ve been using it a lot more lately and the point i mention about my hand cramping is no longer an issue. I did get used to it and it’s great!!

[@rayaboulhosn7598]

Great review video sir! I am currently looking into the Milwaukee as im typing. Are there any recommendations on buffing pads that would be suitable for it? Thanks again and great job!!

[@larrydavisj]

I was wondering if you could do a 6 month review on the Milwaukee? Also do you have any idea what the weight difference is with batteries installed. Also, one cordless polisher that never made sense to me is that Ryobi. They went and offset the handle, but didn't turn the battery sideways. Go Figure? Thanks Josh!

[@TheTurbomopar]

Milwaukee is heavier by a couple ounces

[@stealthsrt4]

i bought this bout a month ish ago, just now got around to getting a few pads for it

[@krzeecee6133]

What would be best pad to use?? One step and enhancements?? What do you use

[@JoeDaddy69]

I couldn’t wait for you to make this video and it’s here so thank you! Keep up the great content Josh.

[@jooper99]

Damn Milwaukee came out one week after I gave up and bought the DeWalt. I already had enough batteries for both.

[@ct181]

You can get silicone sleeves for dewalt batteries. I have batteries for both and trying to decide. I am leaning to milwaukee. I do have the Flex cordless C Beast, but want a cordless free spin

[@stevenkono]

Hey Josh, great video. I saw another video about these two machines made about the same time as yours and the reviewer said that the Milwaukee was noticeably quieter. He ran the one after the other at the same speeds and it was apparent the Dewalt was louder. He also mentioned that after using both one after the other on a hood, the Milwaukee had less vibration in the hand compared to the Dewalt. Do you agree with these assessments? What was your noise and vibration comparison findings?

[@Prefect99]

DeWalt was from the Leftorium.

[@ppg19782]

Any input on the G8 , G9.... Appreciate your input 👍 Much blessings 🙌

[@yeissertoyota4169]

Great video, didn't know those were so expensive Discuss quick paint corrections using rotary's please(:

[@prhawkeye]

Those screws in the backing plate are Torx screws, it's not proprietary, it's used in a lot of manufactured products.

[@domenicobizzarro839]

what about the SPTA cordless you showed 1 year ago? Still looks great after use or already gone? is there such a big gap in quality to justify the overprice of Dewalt and Milwaukee cordless?

[@vinceriggio72]

Always have been in the Milwaukee platform so these were heaven sent. Made from lead though. The backing plates appear to have been lifted from their orbital DA Sanders. Also Milwaukee comes in two flavors 15mm and 21mm throw! OOps typed too fast , you covered that one at the end! Sorry.

[@Utubeisazzho]

Which one is more comfortable and less fatigue

[@jaynearman256]

Josh why not compare the flex battery operated to the DeWalt in the Milwaukee

[@terrywalters5410]

Maybe check out the flex It is the direct competitor to the rupes and known to be one of the best :-)

[@MandalorianFanboy]

What kind should I buy if I'm going to use it 2-3 times a year?

[@ricardomartinez-ne5gq]

Ok video but you forgot the most important part!!!!regardless that sizes of the battery how long one battery last without stop

[@josephoverstreet5584]

So why or when do you use your DeWalt over the max shine?

[@kennythomsonjr5553]

Great video, as always

[@ShoresMobileWashandDetail]

Hello Josh happy new year to you and your family. Question, what do you think about the under $100 Saker cordless polisher, or any like it?

[@miscellaneous5215]

Thanks for the review. Do you think I could do a mid-size pickup with two batteries?

[@chrisr4686]

The Milwaukee 15mm is $179.99 on home depot today tool only 2/1/23 with battery return

[@DhDetails87]

That's probably the rotary and not the DA right? I'm on Home Depot site trying to find it to buy for $180 lol

[@gzhen123]

@@DhDetails87buy tool and add free battery. Return the free battery or call customer service to cancel

[@josephbustamante8567]

What about run time? Can each brand last 1 car, 2 cars? Thank you for your videos, very helpful and always looking forward to what you post next.

[@harisyoung4110]

They both can.. i run my milwaukee with the biggest 12ah battery and it can finish doing 2 step on my golf r and still have one bar left.. dewalt also has a big 9ah and 15ah battery.

[@jaxbrewery]

Thanks for the comparison!!!

[@josephcandela7278]

I clean my own cars and I am getting ready to buy a polisher. Do you recommend a corded or battery operated polisher? I do have Milwaukee batteries and Dewalt. Thanks

[@thebiblicaldigest]

If you could only have one polisher, battery or corded giving the power input what would you choose?

[@anthonyjennings8108]

Can these be used on aluminum wheels

[@LeoYarbrough]

Great video, I just subscribe to your channel and I hit the all on notifications. Couple questions I was planning on buying the dewalt due to the reviews and I’m a Dewalt guy, I also have the 15m rupes I’m currently using there pads, what pads do you suggest with the Dewalt? Also I like your polishing holders could you link those for me with your sprayer bottle holders I would appreciate it…. You know what throw in a link for your cabinets also. I like that set up very organized

[@INTERLAGOS54]

I wish you would have touched on the sound of both machines on high/low. I cant stand those high pitched polishers!

[@limmingjun7930]

Great as always

[@jeremyogburn5888]

Is there a decent budget option for cordless long throw? $250 range

[@walterskurski1337]

HEY Josh. Awesome video.. This help make my choice... I went with the Milwaukee being I have other Milwaukee batteries ..I just want to let you know Home depot has a special buy on the 15mil for $299 with a 6Ah batterie.. Being you like informing you viewer's about value. I thought I let you know. Limited inventory.. at the time I ordered they had 145 left As always Thanx for the channel.. WALT..

[@BXGreen]

Which one do u think had the lower vibration?

[@vivekprabhu85]

What is the battery backup time for both

[@nofsgiven3855]

You should of gotten the Flex cordless.

[@imjoshv]

I’ll be getting one soon

[@speedstreet2573]

thx for the video. Where did you get the bottle holder that hold your detail bottles ? thx

[@evs8383]

How would you compare this M18 vs the Ryobi DA polisher?

[@Rayray0784]

Have you done that giveaway with wireless polisher that bright green one

[@WVU304]

Would you say dewalt or spta 15mm cordless. Without factoring in price?

[@imjoshv]

dewalt, its heavier but its built to last!

[@autopeakdetailing]

I liked my dewalt, noisy though and would take two batteries to do light correction. Is the milwaukie any less noisy? I'm using a shinemate atm, have two and love them. Need a 5" though.

[@johnishac3916]

I started my detailing business back in march. I have a torx beginner polisher and I want to step up to a Rupes or millwaukee DAwhat do you think is better.

[@ferespinosa9553]

hello, can a rotating brush be placed on the dewalt DCM848 model? It is to use the polisher washing mattresses, furniture.

[@engjds]

Perfect review

[@littleeddie133]

what model is the Dewalt?

[@Sam-kw9wd]

How do these machines fares againts flex cgordless polishers?

[@importryderify]

Great video

[@diamonddetails9445]

Makita cordless, vs...??????

[@frankc5615]

Another great video. I love my Milwaukee I hope you do to….

[@mingoreyes1]

Technician ceramic spray, is it better than bead maker?

[@218Kasper]

TCS is easier to work with...

[@jamesjannell8706]

I never tried the dewalt but I bought this new milwaukee and find the vibration horrible when compared to my flex

[@jesseplummer2865]

Hey Josh, would you recommend using the Milwaukee or a corded rupes? Looking to get a new polisher for personal use just can’t decide between the two. What are your thoughts? (I already have Milwaukee batteries)

[@DhDetails87]

I'm a mobile detailer so I'm thinking about going to the convenience of no cords. I'll sell you a Rupes LK900 Mille I've only used for about 15 corrections 😁

[@jesseplummer2865]

@@DhDetails87 how much you looking to get? I just picked a LHR mark 3 15

[@DhDetails87]

@jesseplummer2865 I could do $350 shipped anywhere in the US. Has a new 5in backing plate with only 1 use on it too. Absolutely love the forced rotation but I'm not full time with detailing anymore so I want cordless, and to pickup several other Milwaukee power tools.

[@ferfzero4333]

Obviously you want to be safe and keep cords out of the way when you’re polishing- but sometimes shit happens and you f*** up. I was trying to cram more work than I had hours; I snagged my cord and it caught me directly across the shaft… needless to say, there was blood and I straight up thought I amputated my d. Lucky it was just a really really nasty bruise. Cordless ftw

[@Greg_P611]

My Milwaukee 15 mm is so weak. Stalls on every little thing

[@adamnieto2859]

What size throw on the Milwaukee are you using ?

[@imjoshv]

The 15mm

[@lmphashby]

THESE PRICES ARE "INSANE"!!!!

[@johnimperial9777]

What pads should i use for windows

[@DhDetails87]

Rayon pads with ceraglass

[@rbljackson]

Both of these battery powered units look like they have limited clearance between the batteries and the work surfaces. Im worried about scratching paint at the back of the unit. I have dewalt batteries, and would you say the cordless version is much more user friendly not having to worry about cords? Also.....do they offer mini kits with smaller backplates? I have 3 motorcycles and am trying to learn paint correction and then apply the newer (to me anyways) ceramic coatings and get away from the traditional carnuba waxes.

[@officialWWM]

It’s Milwaukie for me. I have no choice, I’m already way too deep into their ecosystem :/

[@adamvondran]

What pads would I need for the Milwaukee if I was going to do a one step like 3D One?

[@DhDetails87]

Rupes yellow foam or LC one step pad

[@RogueCylon]

Milwaukee > Dewalt

[@imjoshv]

The Milwaukee is my go to now for sure it’s lighter and I love it

[@SciaticaDrums]

Milwaukee wins it just for the batteries alone. Dewalt batteries are trash. Never again. I bought the tool alone. I already have three chargers and four batteries. I'll bought a Milwaukee bag for it. I'm still waiting for my Milwaukee to arrive. Merry Christmas to me, from me.

[@inkgenie9760]

👍👍👍

[@KevinAClassA]

They are made and owned by the very same manufacture, Techtronic Industries (TTI).

[@jon87386]

This is factually incorrect. DeWalt is owned by a completely different company.

[@jeffmorefield]

No Dewalt is owned by Stanley Black and Decker. Milwaukee is owned by a Chinese company TTI.

[@blackjackfabrication4043]

TTI makes Milwaukee and Ryobi but they each have their own motor specs and design. Stanley owns DEWALT. Not made by TTI!

[@kodyadams5561]

BEST BATTERY OPERATED POWER TOOL MAKE IS MILWAUKEE ❤ NO ONE IS EVEN CLOSE , NEXT WOULD BE MAKITA , THAN DEWALT,BOSCH MILWAUKEE BATTERIES LAST LONGER PER CHARGE AND LONGEVITY IN YEARS AS WELL. THEIR TOOLS M18FUEL ARE HEAVY DUTY IN QUALITY AND SO ARE THEIR BATTERIES ❤❤❤❤❤. I USED AN M18 H.O. 3AMP BATTERY DID AN ENTIRE SUV APPLYING PRODUCT WITH D A POLISHER AND POLISHING AFTER AS WELL . TOTAL TIME 57-58 MINS STILL HAD 1 BAR ON BATTERY LEFT.

[@loucifer4205]

Oh you said the cheaper polishers use the battery the other way well Milwaukee gen 1 had the battery like that this a Milwaukee gen 2 versus dewalt gen 1 and the dewalt is still better more powerful